Nation 82 schools have removed their racist namesakes since 2020. Dozens now honor people of color. November 10, 2022Alia Wong and Neena Hagen, USA TODAYComments Off on 82 schools have removed their racist namesakes since 2020. Dozens now honor people of color. The renaming efforts were part of a global racial reckoning following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.